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    Default Washing Hair-TOWEL DRYING?

    I'm recent to the LHC-forum, I've been lurking for a while. I have 4 inches to get to my goal, so I really am trying to take extra care of my hair.

    I'm avoiding combing my curly hair when its wet, i wait until its damp.

    But what about towel-drying? Is it harmful to your hair as well?

    What tips does everyone have for just after washing, I'm CO Washing only if that makes a difference?

    TOWEL or No Towel? I usually just wrap it up in turban....

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    Default Re: Washing Hair-TOWEL DRYING?

    I think wrapping and turbaning is fine, well for me it is anyway!

    I think the key is not to rub or manipulate the hair while towel drying, this could rough it up, damage the cuticle and cause tangles.

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    I'm with hotrox! Actually I usually just give a gentle squeeze with my hands to rid my length of excess dripping water, and set a towel gently around my shoulders and down my back so I can actually dry off after the shower - the towel doesn't have a lot of contact with my hair - just enough to stop the waterworks
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    Default Re: Washing Hair-TOWEL DRYING?

    I use an old T shirt. I put it on my head and I fold my hair in it. Twisting can cause damage. I make a loose turban.

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    Old T-Shirt, Great Suggestion. Softer Material! Thank you!

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    I think using a turban is fine. Also about using a towl, it's ok blot dry but it's important not to rub your hair with it.

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    I like micro fiber towels.

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    Microfibre towels are the ****. I love mine, I don't have to rub at all, just press. That reminds me, I washed it a couple of weeks ago and just put it in the closet... Need to pull that out for next shower.

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    Default Re: Washing Hair-TOWEL DRYING?

    As others have said, if you are gentle, don't rub....just blot it then it should be fine. When making a turban be careful when twisting the towel so you don't stretch the hairs in the twist.
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    Default Re: Washing Hair-TOWEL DRYING?

    I squeeze gently to get as much water as I can out of the hair and then I wrap it and leave it wrapped until it is not dripping anymore and then I just leave it to air dry the rest. That have worked well for me.

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